Antwan Barnes

Quarterback Joe Flacco wasn't exactly in a comfort zone while leading the Ravens to a comeback victory. He was sacked five times for a loss of 39 yards Sunday. Former Ravens fourth-round outside linebacker Antwan Barnes tormented Flacco for the second year in a row. After sacking Flacco four times last season while dominating left offensive tackle Bryant McKinnie, Barnes sacked Flacco twice on Sunday as he beat left offensive tackle Michael Oher once and rookie right tackle Kelechi Osemele for his other sack. After his second sack, Barnes celebrated in front of the Ravens' bench area and was fortunate to not be flagged for taunting. Flacco was hit six times overall. ...

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